Segment: Compact
Production years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
Nissan unveiled the sixth generation of the Altima at the 2018 New York International Auto Show, and it came with significant improvements over its predecessor.
Since the first generation appeared in 1993, the Altima was a formidable contender in the mid-size segment, especially since the carmaker made it technologically advanced. For instance, the first Altima featured a head-up display, which was unheard of for most cars. The second generation, launched in 1998, featured a keyless entry system. The innovations continued on the following generations, and Nissan sold 5.6 million Altimas in 25 years.
For the 2018 model, the carmaker introduced the new design language from the Vmotion 2.0 Concept car. Its chromed, broad, chromed V-shaped trim on the grille and the swept-back angular headlights were more on the sporty side of the segment than on the same page with its main competitors, Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. Its muscular profile with a raised beltline in front of the sloped C-pillar, and black trim, induced the idea of a floating roof, while the short decklid that sported a lip spoiler confirmed the sporty car's character.
Inside, the Altima featured a broad dashboard with a silver, V-shaped trim that ran across the front side of the panel. The carmaker installed a touch-screen display for the infotainment unit placed above the center stack. It supported the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, while the center console with a minimalist design. A piano-black trim adorned it.
Another significant change was under the skin, where Nissan introduced an all-wheel-drive version for the first time on an Altima. The carmaker offered the mid-size sedan with a choice of two engines: a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated and 2.0-liter turbocharged unit.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L VC-Turbo CVT Xtronic (248 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1977 cm3 |
Power: | 182.4 KW @ 5600 RPM 248 HP @ 5600 RPM 245 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 273 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 370 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | CVT Xtronic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/60R-16 // 215/55R-17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192.9 in (4900 mm) |
Width: | 72.9 in (1852 mm) |
Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.6/63.6 in (1,615/1,615 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.2 in (2824 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.4 cuFT (436 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3418 lbs (1550 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L CVT Xtronic (188 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2488 cm3 |
Power: | 138.3 KW @ 6000 RPM 188 HP @ 6000 RPM 185 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 180 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | CVT Xtronic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/60R-16 - 215/55R-17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192.9 in (4900 mm) |
Width: | 72.9 in (1852 mm) |
Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.6/63.6 in (1,615/1,615 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.2 in (2824 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.4 cuFT (436 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3197 lbs (1450 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4233 lbs (1920 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L CVT Xtronic AWD (188 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2488 cm3 |
Power: | 138.3 KW @ 6000 RPM 188 HP @ 6000 RPM 185 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 180 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | CVT Xtronic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/60R-16 - 215/55R-17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192.9 in (4900 mm) |
Width: | 72.9 in (1852 mm) |
Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.6/63.6 in (1,615/1,615 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.2 in (2824 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.4 cuFT (436 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3333 lbs (1512 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4233 lbs (1920 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.6 mpg US (10.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.2 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |